CHSPE Language - Mechanics and Editing 2

Question 1

Which word is spelled correctly?

Accepted Answer

Occurrence

Answer

The correct spelling is 'occurrence' with double 'c' and double 'r.'

Question 2

Select the correctly written sentence regarding quotation marks:

Accepted Answer

She said, "I will be there tomorrow."

Answer

In American English, periods and commas go inside the closing quotation marks.

Question 3

Which word is a homophone pair used incorrectly in: 'The principle of the school gave a speech.'?

Accepted Answer

'principal' is misspelled as 'principle'

Answer

The head of a school is the 'principal' (your pal), while 'principle' refers to a rule or belief.

Question 4

Which sentence correctly uses a hyphen?

Accepted Answer

She is a well-known scientist.

Answer

Compound modifiers before a noun (well-known scientist) are hyphenated, but not when used after the noun.

Question 5

Select the sentence that correctly uses 'effect' and 'affect':

Accepted Answer

Stress can affect your health.

Answer

'Affect' is typically a verb meaning to influence; 'effect' is typically a noun meaning a result.

CHSPE - California High School Proficiency Examination Practice Test